View across the choppy Bosphorus Strait, where a ferry chugs towards Istanbul's rooftops, minarets and Suleymaniye Mosque.

Paris to Istanbul (2027)

5 nights

Embark on this classic journey and explore an array of romantic cities aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, including Paris, Budapest, Bucharest and Istanbul.

Highlights

An iconic route, this Paris to Istanbul train journey echoes thrilling voyages of the past through the lens of contemporary luxury. On board, moments to treasure follow one after another. Savour stunning regional cuisine in the restaurant car, or simply relax in your vintage cabin and watch the scenery unfold.

Timings

Estimated departure: Paris, 11:00 – arrival: Istanbul, 15:18

Our train is subject to national railway constraints. Timings are therefore approximate and may be subject to last-minute changes.

Inclusions

With walnut panelling, russet velvet seats and a carpet in swirling mushroom shades, La Forêt Suite glows with warm tones.

Luxury Accommodation

One night aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

A waiter in a blue and black-striped uniform, seen from the neck down, holds a tray with two glasses of Champagne by a window.

Steward Service

Dedicated, 24 hour steward service

The image shows the Hungarian Parliament Building on the bank of the Danube River in Budapest, with surrounding city buildings and hills in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Excursions

A city tour in Bucharest and Budapest, a Danube cruise and a visit to Peleș Castle in Romania

Sunlight falls onto a dining table with a plate of grilled white fish and another main, obscured by four crystal wineglasses.

Fine Dining

Four-course dinner with sommelier’s wines, three-course lunch and French breakfast

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* Please note - prices are a guide per passenger and subject to change based on journey availability